Disappeared Russian women ‘almost certainly dead’
Two Russian women who disappeared ten days ago were on Tuesday widely presumed dead.
So far the case has led to the arrest of a 32-year-old Syrian man with another ...
Coronavirus: Three deaths, 613 new cases (updated)
Three Covid-19 deaths and 613 infections were announced by the health ministry on Tuesday evening.
Two men – one aged 58 and the other 72 – both passed away at Nicosia general hospital, the 72-year-old ...
70 per cent increase in asylum seekers over last year
A total of 10,868 asylum applications had been submitted in Cyprus from the beginning of the year until the first week of November, the interior ministry said on Tuesday.
In addition, ...
Coronavirus: Six to 11-year-olds show highest case rate
Children between six and 11 were the age group with most Covid cases recorded in the past four weeks, according to a by-age breakdown published on Tuesday by the health ministry.
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Marking 50 years of diplomatic ties, Cyprus and China pledge closer co-operation
Cyprus and China reaffirmed their bonds through a joint statement on Tuesday following a telephone conversation between President Nicos Anastasiades and President Xi Jinping to mark 50 years of diplomatic relations.
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Investigation launched after soldier’s gun goes off in the airport
A shot went off from a soldier’s gun inside Larnaca airport on Tuesday morning, prompting an immediate police investigation into the incident.
No injuries were reported, according to a ...
Coronavirus: Testing sites for eligible groups on Wednesday
A total of 23 free rapid test sites for coronavirus for eligible groups will operate nationwide on Wednesday, the health ministry announced.
Free rapid testing for the general population has been ...
Government’s fiscal performance much improved over last year
The uptick in economic activity this year compared to 2020 – hampered by lockdowns – has generated a substantial improvement in the government’s fiscal performance, preliminary data for January to October show.
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Coronavirus: Paediatrics head brands complaining parents ‘spoiled’
Children are very cooperative when it is explained to them why they need to wear a face mask, head of the Makarios hospital’s paediatrics clinic Dr Avraam Elia said ...
Police investigating abduction as two women reported missing (Updated)
Investigations are underway into the disappearance some two weeks ago of two women from Russia with clues pointing out to a possible crime, it emerged on Monday.
The two women, ...
Coronavirus: Third doses available for those aged 30 and over as of Tuesday
As of Tuesday, people over the age of 30 will also be eligible for vaccination with the booster jab against Covid-19, the health ministry announced on Monday.
So far, only those ...
Buses to reach places no bus has before
Cyprus Public Transport (CPT) announced on Monday it will soon introduce a new network of routes in Nicosia using six bus terminals in various areas of the capital.
The company, ...
Coronavirus: Parents stage protests, teachers complain of abuse (update 2, video)
The education ministry condemned issues of verbal and physical abuse directed at primary school teachers on Monday as parents who oppose the use of facemasks and a SafePass by children ...
Coronavirus: Stricter measures come into force as of today
Stricter measures come into effect on Monday morning in an effort to curb the spread of Covid-19 following a decision last week by the cabinet.
The age limit for the ...
Coronavirus: Three businesses and 15 people fined after 2,699 checks
Three businesses and 15 individuals were booked after 2,699 checks for the implementation of coronavirus protocols, police said early on Friday.
Most checks, 1,243, were carried out in Nicosia where one person was ...
Pope’s visit ‘means the world to us’
Catholic community delighted over prospect of seeing Pope Francis
Pope Francis’ historic visit to Cyprus next week has sparked a general feeling of joy and expectation among the Catholic community.
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Famagusta project supports people with autism
The day care centre for people with autism in Sotera implements good practices to raise awareness and support adults with autism and their families, Transport Minister Yiannis Karousos said on ...
About 16kgs of rubbish removed from Yeroskipou beach
Almost 16 kilos of rubbish were collected from a beach in Yeroskipou during a cleanup by Paphos dentists over the weekend.
The volunteering campaign was organised on Saturday by the dental ...
Coronavirus: People held picnics outside restaurants to protest new restrictions
Dozens of people held picnics outside restaurants in Nicosia and Limassol on Sunday to protest the new coronavirus restrictions that will ban the unvaccinated from key sectors, including pubs, coffee ...
Education minister to attend EYCS council next week
Education Minister Prodromos Pordromou departed Cyprus for Brussels on Sunday to attend works of the education, youth, culture and sport (EYCS) council that will take place on Monday and Tuesday.
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Coronavirus: Non-urgent operations to be postponed after emergence of Covid variant of concern
Non-urgent operations will be postponed as the state healthcare services organisation (Okypy) is preparing for a possible increase in hospitalisations following the emergence of the new Coronavirus variant of concern, ...
Parents announce further actions against new measures
The education ministry on Sunday announced that schools will operate normally next week, following reports about the decision of parents to keep their children from school for one period on ...
Coronavirus: Where to get tested on Monday
A total of 22 free rapid test sites will operate nationwide for eligible groups on Monday, the health ministry announced.
Free rapid testing for the general population has been scrapped, while ...
Coronavirus: Traffic at bars and nightclubs dropped to 20-30 per cent
Saying that reduced traffic is recorded at bars and nightclubs, the association of recreation centres (Osika) on Sunday called on the state to support the businesses that have been left ...